Park District’s Annual Pumpkin Smash Set for Saturday, November 9

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Who: The Naperville Park District invites families to dispose of their jack-o-lanterns and carved pumpkins from Halloween at the annual Pumpkin Smash event.

What: Residents have the opportunity to smash their pumpkins at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots, composting the pumpkins’ nutrients and water into the soil. This will improve the soil at the Garden Plots while keeping pumpkins out of landfills. Pumpkins must have candles, metal and any additional decorations removed before bringing them to the event.

When: The free event is set for Saturday, November 9 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Where: Pumpkins are dropped off and smashed at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots, located at 811 S. West Street.